What You Didn’t See on TV at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards: Timothee Chalamet Taps Kylie Jenner’s Butt, More

The 2026 Critics Choice Awards was full of unforgettable moments, but there was a lot that viewers didn’t get to see during the broadcast.

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner put their relationship on display during the ceremony, which was held on Sunday, January 4, at the Barker Hangar at the Santa Monica Airport in California. Chalamet walked away with one of the biggest awards of the night, a Best Actor trophy for Marty Supreme.

It was the actor’s acceptance speech that warmed everyone’s hearts, as he gave a sweet shout-out to Jenner, whom he has been dating since April 2023.

“Thank you to my partner of three years. Thank you for our foundation. I love you. I couldn’t do this without you. Thank you from the bottom of my heart,” Chalamet said.

After the big win, the pair went out to celebrate, which was captured in videos and photos shared via social media.

Scroll below for all the unseen moments from the big night.

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner Partied With Pals

Chalamet and Jenner went out to Max & Helen’s in Los Angeles for pal Lauren Perez‘s birthday after the show, per E! News. Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber and Marty Supreme director Josh Safdie were also in attendance. The outing was captured in videos shared via Instagram by a fan account, where Perez was seen blowing out candles on a birthday cake while Chalamet and other attendees cheered in the background.

Kylie Jenner Posed for Selfies

In another clip circulating on X, Jenner was seen taking glamorous selfies with celebrity interviewer Taylen Biggs inside the Barker Hangar. Chalamet greeted and hugged other attendees in the background of the video.

Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner Shared a PDA Moment

As if they couldn’t get any sweeter, Chalamet was captured in a fan video with his arm around Jenner’s waist as they sat together at the ceremony. The Wonka actor slid his hand down to Jenner’s butt and playfully tapped it a few times before removing it and turning his attention toward the stage.

Ariana Grande and Leighton Meester’s Red Carpet Exchange

Ariane Grande was starstruck by Leighton Meester when they bumped into each other on the red carpet. The interaction was seen in videos shared via X, where Grande, a self-proclaimed Gossip Girl fan, said, “Love you so much. Wow, wow, wow.” Meester echoed, “Wow, wow, wow,” as she walked in the opposite direction.

Grande also posed for photos with Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp backstage.

The ‘Marty Supreme’ Cast Took Celebratory Shots

The Marty Supreme cast celebrated Chalamet’s win with shots in a video shared via X. Jenner clinked her wine glass with Safdie’s shot glass before taking a swig.

Robby Hoffman Had Some Red Carpet Fun

Hacks’ Hannah Einbinder shared a BTS video of costar Robby Hoffman doing an array of silly poses on the red carpet.

Adam Brody Shared a Bedroom Secret

A reporter on the red carpet approached Adam Brody with a paper fortune teller, and he happily took part in the game. After making his selections, the reporter read out the piece of paper to Brody and asked him if he makes his bed before leaving the house in the morning. “Halfway,” Brody confessed. “It’s not [a] military tuck. But I throw the blanket back on.”

Owen Cooper and Jacob Elordi Made Hearts Melt

Owen Cooper, who won the trophy for Best Supporting Actor for Adolescence, and Jacob Elordi, who earned the honor for Best Supporting Actor for Frankenstein, embraced each other in the crowd. The duo costar in Wuthering Heights, which is set to release next month, and it seems like a great friendship is brewing between them.

Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys Are Stronger Than Ever

Keri Russell hugged husband Matthew Rhys from behind in an adorable candid photo snapped backstage. The pair, who have been together for more than a decade, wore matching black suits for date night.

Mark Ruffalo and Noah Wyle Met

Mark Ruffalo shared his love for The Pitt while chatting with leading man Noah Wyle on the red carpet. “Congratulations man! I love your show. Chris Thornton is my best friend,” Ruffalo said in a video shared via YouTube, referring to Thornton’s casting in the upcoming season 2 of the medical drama.

“Is that right!?” Wyle asked, to which Ruffalo responded, “I am so happy, and you’re the man!”